Kathmandu [Nepal], November 13 – Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal met United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres in Antalya, Turkey on Thursday on the sidelines of the 31st Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP31).
During the meeting, Khanal thanked Guterres for expressing sympathy and solidarity with Nepal following the recent climate-induced Bhotekoshi flood.
Khanal also praised the secretary-general’s efforts to lead the United Nations in promoting multilateralism, world peace, human dignity and sustainable development.
Guterres acknowledged Nepal’s significant contribution to international peace and stability through its role as a major contributor of troops and police personnel to UN peacekeeping missions.
The two sides discussed recovery and reconstruction following the Bhotekoshi flood along with the need to reform the global governance system. They also exchanged views on strengthening multi-hazard early warning systems, increasing climate finance and advancing climate action.
The discussions covered regional and global issues with both sides underscoring the importance of more effective international cooperation and multilateral efforts to address the challenges posed by climate change.
The meeting took place as world leaders and representatives gathered in Antalya for COP31 which focuses on international efforts to tackle climate change.
